YK Fire Door – Your Trusted Partner for Fire Rated Door& Commercial Doors in Madagascar

🔥 Expertise You Can Trust – With Years of Madagascar-Specific Experience, We Know Local Fire Codes & Inspections

🚪 Wide Selection – Fire Rated Doors, Steel & Wood Doors, Frames, Hardware & More
📦 Fast & Reliable – In-Stock, Quick-Ship & Custom Options – Statewide Madagascar Delivery
💰 Competitive Pricing – Get a Quote Today & Save

Why Contractors & Businesses Choose YK Fire Door?
          ✅ Madagascar-Proven Compliance – Certified Solutions That Pass Inspections
✅ End-to-End Support – From Selection to Installation
✅ Trusted Since 1995 – Local Expertise, National Standards

Serving All of Madagascar – Contact Us for a Seamless Door Ordering Experience!

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          Work With a Qualified Fire Door & Commercial Door Professional
                Work one-on-one with an experienced specialist in fire-rated doors, commercial metal doors, wood doors, hollow metal frames, and door hardware. Get expert guidance on selecting, customizing, and installing certified fire doors and commercial door solutions for your project.

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Save Time, Money & Avoid Costly Mistakes
We provide customized fire door and commercial door solutions worldwide, delivering quality products, safety compliance, and expert support for efficient, cost-effective projects across Asia, Europe, the Americas, and Africa.

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Efficient Delivery & Freight Discounts on Most Orders
We provide fast, reliable delivery tailored to your project requirements. Our team ensures efficient transport to your specified location worldwide, with volume pricing and flexible shipping solutions. Contact us for details.

YK Fire Door – Madagascar’s Premier Fire-Rated Building Solutions
Comprehensive Fire Protection for Every Construction Need

From solid-core fire-rated wood doors to durable steel fire doors, expansive fire-rated glass systems, and specialized fireproof building materials – YK Fire Door delivers code-compliant solutions for commercial buildings, healthcare facilities, schools, and multi-family housing across Madagascar.

Key Differentiators:
• Madagascar-specific fire code expertise
• UL-certified & ASTM-tested products
• Custom configurations for unique architectural needs

Local Commercial Door Specialists – Your Project Partners

With the largest team of certified fire door professionals in the region, we provide:
✓ Complete commercial door system audits
✓ Fire code compliance consulting
✓ Precision installation by licensed technicians
✓ Ongoing maintenance programs

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🔥 Fire Door Project in Madagascar – A Ground-Level Look from YK Fire Door

When our team at YK Fire Door received the project confirmation from a contractor in Antananarivo, Madagascar, the first thing we realized was this: Madagascar is not a country of half-measures when it comes to fire protection—especially in public infrastructure. The project in question was the National Treasury Annex Renovation, a low-profile but strategically sensitive government building. And it wasn’t just about supplying doors—it was about trust, compliance, and delivering under pressure.

A Market That Surprised Us

We initially underestimated how strict Madagascar’s building compliance protocols would be for a developing market. But this government-backed refurbishment was funded in part by international donors and therefore demanded full alignment with French NF fire safety standards and ISO classifications. That meant our fire doors couldn’t just pass Chinese GB standards—they had to speak a language the local inspectors would understand. It’s in these moments that we saw how far the expectations could stretch in smaller markets when international players are involved.

So we shifted gears. Instead of offering our typical GB/EN hybrid line, we tailored the shipment to include EI60-certified steel fire doors that had been double-validated through EN 1634-1 fire testing and ISO 9001 production audits. Our internal compliance team worked late nights translating documentation into both French and Malagasy—because for this project, the paperwork needed to match the physical product.

On-the-Ground Challenges: Humidity, Transport, and Trust

Madagascar’s environment posed a real challenge, and not just logistically. The high humidity and coastal air meant we had to coat all hardware components with anti-corrosion finishes exceeding 480 hours of salt-spray resistance. The project site had limited crane access, so we had to rethink how our door sets were packed. We ended up repackaging each unit with reinforced corners and breathable membranes to prevent surface degradation during the long transit.

There was also an unexpected test of trust. The site manager in Antananarivo requested on-site functional tests of door closers and seals—before allowing them to be installed. Instead of resisting, we flew in one of our YK engineers who guided the local team through the adjustments. That decision saved the installation schedule and strengthened the relationship. We didn’t just ship doors; we stood behind them.

Compliance Isn’t a Paper Trail—It’s a Mindset

What many suppliers miss when exporting to places like Madagascar is that compliance doesn’t stop at customs. For this particular project, the fire doors had to be reviewed and accepted by a third-party safety auditor appointed by the Ministry of Infrastructure. This meant we needed to go beyond test certificates—we had to provide installation instructions, closer calibration guides, and smoke-seal replacement intervals, all in dual-language format.

It’s easy to underestimate the depth of these smaller, less-visible projects. But in truth, they demand the same professionalism as large-scale urban builds. And when you’re far from the manufacturing base, the margin for error becomes smaller. At YK, we’ve learned that exporting isn’t just a transaction—it’s a commitment to performance, even after delivery.

Looking Back—and Ahead

The National Treasury Annex fire door installation wrapped up just ahead of schedule. As we walked the halls during our final inspection visit, the local project lead thanked us for being “the only supplier who didn’t make excuses.” That stuck with us.

We don’t just want to be known as a fire door manufacturer in the conventional sense—we aim to be a partner who makes difficult projects easier, no matter the country, conditions, or complexity. And yes, that includes Madagascar.

So, if you’re searching for fire door suppliers for Madagascar or handling a commercial fire door project in Africa, consider this a sign: working with a manufacturer who goes beyond the label can save you months of correction—and help your project pass inspection the first time.

🇲🇬 Fire Door Certification Requirements in Madagascar: A Practical Guide for Importers and Manufacturers

When working with fire doors in Madagascar, you’re not dealing with a blank slate. The country may not have its own comprehensive testing infrastructure, but that doesn’t mean the bar is low. On the contrary, importers and manufacturers face a layered system of local laws, international certifications, and practical enforcement on the ground. Here’s what we’ve learned through direct experience supplying to commercial sites across Madagascar.

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1. Legal and Regulatory Framework

At the core of Madagascar’s fire door policy are two laws: the Building Safety & Fire Ordinance (Arrêté n° 1815/2023) and the Technical Standards Act for Imported Goods (Loi n° 2014-006). These set out the basic expectation: fire doors in public buildings must be certified, labeled, and installed according to both international and local requirements.

The country recognizes European standards—particularly EN 1634-1 (fire resistance) and France’s NF P92-507—as equivalents. Additional guidelines refer to ISO 3008/3009 for fire integrity and safety-glass use. But make no mistake, even internationally certified doors still face scrutiny from Madagascar’s national standards body.

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2. Fire Resistance Levels and Use Cases

Rather than adopting brand-new categories, Madagascar has adapted France’s fire door classifications and added local identifiers. Here’s how it works:

• Class F60: Fire-resistant for ≥60 minutes; required in hospitals, schools, and hotels.
• Class F30: ≥30 minutes; acceptable in general office spaces and apartment corridors.
• Class SM: Indicates smoke-control compliance, especially in escape stairs and basement levels.

All doors must display the local designation “Norme Malagasy – NM-FD-001”, even if tested abroad.

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3. Certification: No Room for Assumptions

This is where foreign manufacturers like YK Fire Door need to pay attention. Simply having a CE or CCCF certificate isn’t enough unless you walk the local process through step-by-step.

For Imported Products:

• Step 1: International Validation
  You’ll need one of the following:
  • A France NF-CERIB certificate
  • An EU CE certification backed by EN 1634-1 testing
  • A China CCCF certificate (but it must be translated into French)
• Step 2: Local Review (ANM)
  Even with valid international certs, you must submit door samples to the Malagasy Standards Agency (ANM) for a physical review. They’re not re-testing fire resistance—but they will check labeling, markings, and conformity with national documentation laws.

For Local Manufacturers:

• Testing is limited. The Ministry of Industry’s in-house lab runs simplified tests only:
  • Basic 30-minute heat resistance test (ISO 3008)
  • Closer force check (<100N, as per NF EN 1154)

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4. What Must Be on the Label

Every door installed in a public or commercial space must have a permanent label in French and Malagasy, showing:

• Manufacturer’s name
• Fire rating (e.g. F30-SM)
• Production batch number
• Registration ID from ANM (e.g., ANM-FD-2024-XXX)

In addition, every shipment must include:

• Test certificates from the original certification body
• A French-language installation guide with maintenance requirements
• ANM import clearance (called Autorisation d’Importation)

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5. Installation & Fire Department Inspection

Madagascar’s fire code takes the installation process as seriously as the product itself.

Who Can Install:

Only certified contractors with a professional license issued by the Ministry of the Interior are allowed to install fire-rated doors in commercial projects.

Key Inspection Points:

• Door gap must not exceed 3mm between door and frame
• Closers must reliably close from 60° without manual assistance
• Emergency exit doors must open outwards and function without keys using a single-hand action (per EN 1125)

After installation, the local fire brigade will visit the site to inspect and, if compliant, issue a PV de Réception (final fire safety acceptance report).

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6. Special Requirements by Building Type

In our experience, context matters a lot in Madagascar. The same F60 door used in a hospital may not be accepted in a port facility.

• Textile factories and warehouses: Must have F60 doors with anti-explosion hinges, in line with safety law Arrêté 1820/2023
• Airports and ports: Only CE or NF certified doors are accepted; ANM local approval does not apply
• Low-income housing: Allows steel-wood hybrid fire doors, but door cores must pass ISO 1182 non-combustibility testing

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7. Penalties for Non-Compliance

Madagascar doesn’t shy away from penalties:

• Selling uncertified doors: fines up to 20 million Ariary (~$4,400)
• Installing non-conforming products: license suspension + mandatory rework
• Skipping annual inspections: property managers are fined 2 million Ariary per door (~$440)

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Summary: Real Compliance Requires Real Effort

For manufacturers like YK Fire Door, meeting Madagascar’s fire door requirements means more than shipping a CE-certified door. It’s about bridging international standards with local enforcement, language, and logistics. We’ve learned to take nothing for granted—every document, every sticker, and every hinge has to align with both Malagasy expectations and global safety standards.

Pro Tip: Partner with local agencies like Bureau Veritas Madagascar (for documentation) and Groupe Pompiers Secours International (GPSI) (for fire inspections) to navigate the process smoothly.

If you’re a project owner, developer, or architect in Madagascar, don’t wait for customs to flag your shipment. Start with a fire door supplier who knows the terrain—and how to help you meet every single requirement from the ground up.